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Joint fire training focuses on survival
Smoke alarms blared and firefighters called to each other through complete darkness in a basement of the abandoned building at 1331 E.
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Student performers to come to library
The East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbott Road, will host the annual Dragon's Faire from 2-3:30 p.m.
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Business to evaluate jewelry for charity
H & H Jewelry Design, 5316 Ivan Dr. in Lansing, will be appraising jewelry on Saturday as part of a fundraiser for Ele's Place, 1145 W.
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More smokers utilizing help line
More Michigan smokers have been seeking help with quitting through the Michigan Tobacco Quit Line since the tobacco tax increased last July. During the six months prior to the tax increase, 550 people called the line for help to quit smoking.
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E.L. wants applicants for community award
The city of East Lansing is looking for nominations for the Crystal Awards, which honor people and organizations who have worked to enhance the quality of life in the city.
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State bill might delay lobbying by politicians
Politicians leaving office would have to wait six months before they could take a position with a lobbying firm if Rep.
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Bills aim to help investors, economy
Giving investors tax breaks up to $5,000 if they lose money on risky investments is just part of the Senate Republicans' plan to help boost Michigan's economy and science and technology jobs. Unveiled on Monday, the bills will be aimed at helping companies stay in Michigan and train people for jobs. Last week Gov.
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Simon receives key to city, builds community relations
The city of East Lansing extended a hand of friendship to MSU President Lou Anna Simon Tuesday evening during a reception held in her honor. East Lansing Mayor Mark Meadows said good communication between the city and the university is crucial to the continued success of both parties. "I have felt our relations with the university while I have been mayor have been positive," he said.
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Mich. earns B+ grade on national report card
Michigan's government received a passing grade from the Government Performance Project, with a B+ for how the state is managed. "Grading the States 2005," gave Michigan one of the highest scores, giving only two states higher grades.
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Lawmakers propose medicine restrictions
Last week, Christina Kim headed to the aisles of CVS Pharmacy, 240 MAC Ave., when her roommate needed cold medicine. But if some legislators have their way, the advertising sophomore might have to show identification to a licensed pharmacist if she wants to buy cold remedies in the future. As part of a bipartisan push to fight small methamphetamine labs popping up around the country, legislators want over-the-counter medicines to be sold behind pharmacy counters, and not in gas stations or grocery stores. "Currently, meth manufacturers go to grocery stores and pharmacies and buy out their entire supply," said Scott Gerber, spokesman for Sen.
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Center to host free sing-along concert
The Mid-Winter Singing Festival will take place on Friday and Saturday at the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Road.
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Aroma café drifts into E.L.
By Michael Ludwig Special for The State News Despite its colorfully painted walls and new custom-made furniture, walking through the doors of Aroma Gourmet Coffee and Tea for the first time reminded 29-year-old John Reiber of his old favorite shop, Caffe Latte. Aroma Gourmet Coffee and Tea opened for business on Jan.
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Restaurant's party to benefit area club
Troppo Restaurant, 101 S. Washington Square, in downtown Lansing will hold its annual Super Bowl party to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Lansing at 5 p.m.
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City to have dance for dads, daughters
The East Lansing Parks, Recreation & Arts will host its annual Daddy/Daughter Valentine Dance at 7:30 p.m.
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E.L. officials look to create new West Village area
East Lansing officials are in the process of revamping an area that once housed the city's bus station.
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Fair provides advice, food
In an effort to help homeless people get back on their feet, the MSU School of Social Work and Volunteers of America Michigan hosted a resource fair where local agencies provided information about jobs and housing, and services such as free HIV testing. More than 100 people passed through the Volunteers of America Michigan's New Hope Day Center, 430 N.
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Memorial service to be held for LCC prof
Memorial services will take place today for Carolyn Kronenberg, a Lansing Community College professor killed minutes before a class she was scheduled to teach on Jan.
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Body image group to guest grill at eatery
The Respecting and Understanding Body Image group members will be guest grillers at BD's Mongolian Barbecue, 2080 W.
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Rogers to join committee on U.S. intelligence
Congressman Mike Rogers, R-Brighton, has been named to the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.
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Tax plan could help some businesses
Gov. Jennifer Granholm released her business tax restructuring plan today, aiming to help businesses in Michigan.